Dynamics and Control of Multibody Systems in Central Gravity

The book "Dynamics and Control of Multibody Systems in Central Gravity" by Amit Sanyal offers a comprehensive analysis of the dynamics of multibody spacecraft used in various applications in low Earth orbit. These systems, which cannot be treated as point masses, exhibit complex dynamic properties characterized by linear and nonlinear couplings between different degrees of freedom. The author explores how these dynamic couplings can be utilized to control changes in orbit and orientation through internal movements. The methods presented in the book enable control maneuvers for multibody spacecraft without the use of chemical propellants. Given the increasing risks to spacecraft in Earth orbit from space debris, these control methods are both timely and of great value.